* Easy - Prep time is just 20 minutes with simple ingredients.* Healthy - A vegetarian dish that is packed full of broccoli.* Cheesy and crunchy * Versatile - Use your favorite type of cheese and/or substitute cauliflower for the broccoli.* Great for weeknights
Step 3. Stir in mustard, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Simmer for 2-3 minutes and remove from heat. Add ⅔ cup of cheddar cheese, ¼ cup of parmesan cheese, and stir until well incorporated.
Step 4. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, minus 3 minutes. About 2 minutes before pasta is ready to be drained, add the broccoli florets and cook in pasta for remaining 2 minutes.
Step 6.After adding reserved pasta water to sauce, pour sauce over pasta and broccoli, and gently combine.
In a small bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs along with the remaining cheddar and parmesan cheese. Sprinkle mixture on top of pasta and cover the dish with foil.
Step 7. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the top is golden brown and cheese is melted.
Step 8. Garnish with parsley, if using. Serve immediately.